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Contractor Guides 26 Feb 2026

Professional indemnity insurance: what’s a retroactive date

Whether you’ve just taken out a professional indemnity policy or you’re shopping for new business insurance, chances are you’ve come…

by Katie Collins-Jones

Contractor Guides

Employers’ liability requirements and who’s exempt

Employer’s liability insurance isn’t just a box to tick – it’s a legal safeguard that protects businesses and their employees,…

by Katie Collins-Jones

Contracting Life

Jury service for self-employed: getting cover for loss of earnings

Jury duty if you’re self-employed can be the last thing you need. If you’re a freelancer or contractor and a…

by Katie Collins-Jones

Partner News 30 Mar 2026

What JSL will mean for you: Five lessons from our expert panel

Earlier this month Kingsbridge brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss the implications of the government’s new JSL…

by Kingsbridge

Partner News

Employment Rights Act 2025 ‘brings world of work into 21st century’

Big changes to the world of work have been on the horizon for a while and the Royal Assent of…

by Katie Collins-Jones

Trades 31 Mar 2026

What insurance does a tradesman need?

Insurance sounds like a good idea, but how do you know what insurance you need as a tradesman? No two…

by Katie Collins-Jones

Trades 20 May 2026

Tool theft stories: tradespeople going beyond locks to keep tools safe

As tool theft continues to dominate headlines and social feeds, many tradespeople are no longer relying on standard security –…

by Katie Collins-Jones

Trades 17 Mar 2026

What is contract works insurance?

However big or small your construction project is, contract works insurance could be a lifesaver if something happens. When you’re…

by Katie Collins-Jones

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Contractor Guides 24 Aug 2026

7 things to ask before buying contractor insurance

Buying contractor insurance isn’t exactly the most exciting item on your to-do list.  When you’re focused on winning contracts, meeting…
Contractor Guides 26 May 2026

Simplifying insurance: what is claims made vs claims occurring

When you’re choosing insurance, you’ll often come across two terms: claims made and claims occurring. They both refer to the…
Contractor Guides 26 Feb 2026

Professional indemnity insurance: what’s a retroactive date

Whether you’ve just taken out a professional indemnity policy or you’re shopping for new business insurance, chances are you’ve come…
Contractor Guides 16 Feb 2026

A ‘Making Tax Digital’ wake-up call for sole traders

The way Britain pays tax is entering its biggest modernisation in a generation, with Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income…
Contractor Guides

Online Self Assessment tax return deadline: what to know for 2026 (and beyond)

If you’re required to file a Self Assessment tax return for the 2024/25 tax year, the deadline to submit it…
Contractor Guides

What is the difference between a sole trader and a limited company?

One of the big questions for any contractor when they first set up as self-employed is whether you should operate as a…
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Employers’ liability requirements and who’s exempt

Employer’s liability insurance isn’t just a box to tick – it’s a legal safeguard that protects businesses and their employees,…
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Public liability vs products liability: what’s the difference

Delving into the world of business insurance can seem like a whirlwind, and that’s before you come across public liability…
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Business insurance for graphic designers: What it covers and why it matters

Insurance for graphic designers is often questioned – why do they need insurance? What are they even covering? One Reddit…
Contractor Guides

Decoding business insurance: common insurance terms explained

Insurance jargon can be like trying to understand another language sometimes. There’s probably plenty of common insurance terms you’ve come…
Contractor Guides

New business checklist: what insurance you need

Starting a business is exciting – but it also comes with risks. Whatever your business, insurance can help protect you…
Contractor Guides

How to report cyber crime

A single cyber incident can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and damage trust. In the face of such a threat,…
Contractor Guides

What to do if you’re a cyber attack victim

It’s hard to live in the modern world without being online. But that’s made way for cyber crime. No longer…
Contractor Guides

Cyber security best practices: tips to keep your business safe online

Whether you’re a freelancer, sole trader, contractor or small business owner, understanding and implementing cybersecurity best practices can mean the…
Contractor Guides

How much professional indemnity insurance do I need?

Professional indemnity insurance cover is one of the staples of many business insurance packages, along with public liability insurance and employers’ liability…
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